Pedaling Nowhere

Santa Cruz has updated its premier suspension-corrected XC race bike, the Blur, for 2026. Featuring geometry changes that make it longer, lower, and more slack, it’s also seen some quality-of-life upgrades that benefit the non-racer. Find details on the Gen 5 Blur below…

We recently stumbled upon the CombOver, a new mudguard with an unconventional toothed design intended to keep only your face clean. Find details and more photos of the unique contraption here…

Teased earlier this year, the steel Salsa Fargo 32 is finally available to purchase directly from Salsa or your local bike shop. Learn more about the new Fargo 32 and the other 32-inch components Salsa is stocking here…

In 2nd Life Bikes’ latest video, Craig Lambard shares a look at the bike he’s riding across England. Featuring some custom 3D-printed bits, a rack bag from Wizard Works, and much more, it’s a fun look at his bikepacking setup. Watch it below for the full breakdown…

Mama Coca is a dramatic 460-kilometer bikepacking route traversing the Bolivian High Andes. Michael Jordan recently pedaled it as part of a larger journey around South America, and in this Route Report, he shares impressions from the high-elevation track. Find his notes and a sweeping gallery of photos here…

Ride with GPS just released a couple of great new features. The first should help people plan their rides around fire conditions and check whether bikepacking routes are impacted. In addition, they also quietly rolled out waiver functionality for clubs, which could be useful for many bikepacking events. Read below to learn more…

In an Instagram post last month, Schwalbe reaffirmed its commitment to offering 26-inch tires for the countless riders who still rely on them for commuting, touring, and more. What are your trusted 26er tires on today’s market? Chime in here…

Today’s Weekend Snapshot is bursting with reminders of the simple beauty of traveling by bicycle. In it, we share a captivating mix of scenes from rides around Lithuania, Wyoming, and the Faroe Islands. Browse the latest installment and share something from one of your recent trips here…

We compiled data from over 40 submissions for the Rigs of the 2024 Colorado Trail Race to gain insights into the bikes and equipment featured in this year’s event. In this mini stats analysis, we examine the bike types, gearing, and bag styles riders are using. Find it here…

The 2026 Colorado Trail Race is underway, with Alex McCormack currently leading the charge in what’s shaping up to be an incredibly fast race along the high-elevation route. Find Alan Jacoby’s update from the first day of riding paired with a stunning selection of photos captured by Eddie Clark here…

In Eric Olsen’s latest video, he sits down with friend Evan Walker to talk about the homemade 32-inch suspension fork he made by extending two Fox 34 forks with carbon fiber. Learn more about this fascinating project here…

With so many clipless shoes on the market, it can be hard to know which model best suits your needs. Nic spent the last year testing five pairs, each bringing something unique to the table. In this roundup, he shares short reviews of releases from QUOC, Specialized, Fizik, and Giro. Dive in below…